Tokyo National Museum - Free Audio Guide

Tokyo National Museum, established in 1872 and located in Ueno Park, Tokyo, is Japan’s oldest and largest museum and a central institution for the study and preservation of Japanese art and antiquities. Its extensive collections encompass prehistoric and archaeological materials, Buddhist sculpture, samurai armor, calligraphy, ceramics, lacquerware, textiles and ukiyo-e woodblock prints. The museum comprises several principal buildings, including the Honkan (Japanese Gallery), Toyokan (Asian Gallery), Heiseikan and Hyokeikan, and it houses numerous National Treasures and Important Cultural Properties. Through research, conservation and exhibition programs the institution plays a key role in scholarship and cultural heritage preservation. The museum offers permanent displays and rotating special exhibitions, operates regular public opening hours, charges admission with varied ticket categories, and maintains accessibility provisions and visitor services to support diverse needs.